Best Sweet And Tangy Pulled Chicken Sandwiches Recipes

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INCREDIBLE SLOW COOKER PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Easy pulled chicken sandwiches topped with a sweet and tangy cabbage slaw. This healthy slow cooker pulled chicken sandwich recipe is is perfect for BBQ's, potlucks, or a delicious weeknight dinner all year round! Try the healthy BBQ pulled chicken on a bun, in lettuce wraps, on salads and more.

Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Dairy Free     Dinner     Gluten Free     Lunch     Nut Free     Slow Cooker

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the chicken:
1 ½ pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
½ cup ketchup
1/2 cup low sugar bbq sauce (I love Stubb's Spicy BBQ sauce)
¼ cup water or chicken broth
½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon cumin
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
For the slaw:
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
Freshly ground salt and pepper
For serving:
4 whole grain or gluten free seedy hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Add ketchup, bbq sauce, water, worcestershire, apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, cumin and cayenne pepper to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • Place chicken thighs on top and flip over to coat the chicken thighs with the sauce. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 hours.
  • Once done, shred chicken and place back in the slow cooker and stir with the sauce. Serve immediately or turn slow cooker to the warm setting and serve later.
  • Make the slaw while the chicken is cooking: In a medium bowl combine carrots, cabbage, cilantro, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil and salt and pepper. Set aside to marinate until you are ready to serve.
  • Once ready to serve, use a slotted spoon to add chicken to bun, top with slaw and remaining bun. You can also serve these with sliced cheese if you prefer. Serves 4.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 sandwich (with whole grain bun), Calories 392 kcal, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Protein 28.4 g, Fat 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Sugar 13.1 g

TANGY CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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"I love grilling chicken because it's a healthier choice," shares Joe Slate from Port St. Joe, Florida. "I put my 'Joe-style' twist on this sandwich with a spicy-sweet marinade and a homemade blue cheese dressing."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons minced chives
3/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 onion rolls, split and toasted
2 cooked bacon strips
2 slices Colby cheese (3/4 ounce each)
2 lettuce leaves
2 slices tomato
2 slices red onion

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the first five ingredients to a boil; boil, uncovered, for 1 minute. Cool for 10 minutes; set aside 1/4 cup for basting. , Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until no longer pink, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. , In a small bowl, combine the blue cheese, buttermilk, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, chives, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and pepper. Spread over roll bottoms; top with the chicken, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. Replace roll tops.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET AND SOUR PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICH



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 cups pulled rotisserie chicken
4 Hawaiian sweet rolls, sliced
Butter, for toasting the rolls
Pickled Broccoli Slaw, recipe follows
1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
One 12-ounce bag broccoli slaw
1 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine the hoisin, sweet chili sauce, soy, mirin, ginger and sesame oil in a small pot. Bring to a gentle simmer, lower the heat and cook about 5 minutes. Add in the chicken and toss to combine.
  • Meanwhile, toast the rolls in a skillet with a little butter until golden brown.
  • Divide the chicken mixture among the bottom rolls and top with some Pickled Broccoli Slaw and sliced jalapeno. Add the top rolls and serve.
  • Put the slaw in a medium heatproof bowl.
  • Heat the vinegar, sugar, salt and 1 cup water in a small pot until boiling. Add the hot vinegar mixture to the bowl with the broccoli slaw. Let cool on the counter. Transfer to a resealable container and store in the refrigerator.

PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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I was raised as a southern girl, with the love of barbecue built into my DNA. This slow-cooker recipe allows me to enjoy the flavors I grew up eating, while still following a healthy diet. -Heidi Mulholland, Cumming, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first 11 ingredients. Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over top., Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours. Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred meat with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on buns. Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 698mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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